1995 Bentley Continental vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Continental (381 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Continental weights approximately 880 kg more than 2001 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bentley Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Continental | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Bentley | Subaru |
| Model | Continental | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 717 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 64 L |
